This journey will take you to some of the most stunning sites in China, including Beijing, Xi'an, Guilin, Shanghai and the Yangtze River region. On this tour, you will not only enjoy the Forbidden City, the Great Wall and the Terracotta Warriors, but you will also get to see the greatest landscape of Guilin and take a cruise on the magnificent Yangtze River. Finally, you will travel to modern Shanghai to experience the bustling city atmosphere.
Arrive in Beijing and transfer to the hotel 4+ star hotels None Welcome
to Beijing, as the capital city of China, this city is next sure to
give you a strong cultural atmosphere and a unique travel experience. Our professional tour guide will meet you at the airport arrival and transfer you to your hotel for rest. The
rest of the day is free time. If you want to wander around, you can
find a tour guide and your guide will give you some good suggestions. As
an international aviation hub, Beijing is connected to many cities
around the world by direct flights. In addition, you can also choose to
arrive in Beijing conveniently by high-speed train, such as from
Shanghai (about 5-6 hours), Xi'an (about 5.5 hours) and Guangzhou (about
8-9.5 hours).Arrival Tips
Tian'anmen Square--Forbidden City--Jingshan Park--Summer Palace
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Breakfast&Lunch
After breakfast, we will reach the Tiananmen Square,
one of the largest city squares in the world. Standing in the North
Square, you can look up at the Tiananmen Tower, where Chairman Mao
proclaimed the founding of the People's Republic of China.
Passing through Tiananmen Square, you will step into the Forbidden City,
which is the largest and best-preserved palace in the world. Once the
imperial palace of the Ming Dynasty and Qing Dynasty. It is a reflection
of the highest architecture level in ancient China.
After touring the Forbidden City, we will make a short trip to Jingshan Park, where you will have a panoramic view of the entire Forbidden City.
At noon you will go to Quanjude to taste the famous Peking Duck.
In the afternoon, we will drive to the Summer Palace,
which is the largest existing and the best-preserved royal garden in
China. The natural landscape of hills and open water is combined with
artificial features such as pavilions, halls, palaces, temples and
bridges to form a harmonious ensemble of outstanding aesthetic value.
-You can choose foot massage, houhai night bars or Sanlitun bar street at night.
-Watching Peking Opera Show, Kung fu Show or Acrobatic Show.
Great Wall--Bird Nest
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Breakfast&Lunch
We will drive about 70 kilometers to the Mutianyu section of the world-famous Great Wall.
This section of the Great Wall is well-preserved and relatively
unvisited, and it will surely live up to your expectations. The Mutianyu
section of the Great Wall is one of the "longest Great Walls in China"
and impresses visitors with its rich vegetation and magnificent natural
scenery.
You will take an easy cable car up
to the Great Wall. Next you will climb up to the city tower overlooking
the majestic Great Wall, which will surely make your stay
unforgettable. After the Great Wall tour, we will take the cable car
down the mountain.
(Note: If you are
physically fit, you can also choose to hike up and down the mountain to
feel the sense of accomplishment of climbing to the top).
Afterwards, we will return to Beijing, stopping on the way to visit the Bird's Nest and the Water Cube from the outside in the Olympic Village.
You can go to Quanjude and enjoy a meal of the famous Peking duck.
Temple of Heaven--Hutongs--High speed Train to Xi'an 4+ star hotels Breakfast&Lunch After Breakfast, we will visit the Temple of Heaven,
a sacred site used in ancient times to worship the heavens and offer
prayers for a bountiful harvest. Nowadays, it has become a lively place
where locals perform traditional activities such as Tai Chi, dancing,
kite flying and calligraphy. Stroll among the halls of the Temple of
Heaven and feel the solemnity and mystery of ancient royalty. Next, we will visit the Hutongs
and take a rickshaw ride through Beijing's hutongs. These alleys, made
up of courtyards, epitomize life in old Beijing. During lunch, you will
learn to make and eat dumplings in the hutongs for an in-depth
experience of the old Beijing way of life. As the
Beijing tour comes to an end, your will go to the Railway Station for
the high-speed train to another ancient capital of Xi'an (about 5
hours). At Xi'an North Railway Station, our guide will meet you and
transfer you to the hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to
explore this charming city.
Terracotta Warriors and Horses--Da Ci'en Temple--Big Wild Goose Pagoda--Grand Tang Dynasty Ever Bright City
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Breakfast&Lunch
We will drive about 40 kilometers to the world-famous Terracotta Warriors and Horses. These Terracotta Warriors were built by China's first emperor, Qin Shi Huang, to protect him in the afterlife. Over 8,000 life-size terracotta figurines, horses and chariots were buried underground for over 2,000 years until they were discovered in 1974. Standing in front of these spectacular statues, you will be awed by the ambition of Emperor Qin Shi Huang and the skill of ancient Chinese artisans.
Before visiting the Terracotta Warriors Museum, you will also have the opportunity to experience traditional culture by making a miniature Terracotta Warrior under the guidance of a local potter.
For lunch, you will enjoy Xi'an's specialty, water basin mutton(Shuipen Yangrou).
After lunch, we will return to downtown Xi'an and visit the Da Ci'en Temple. This temple was a famous translation site of Buddhist scriptures during the Tang Dynasty. The temple has a 64.5-meter-high pagoda, the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, which was built by the Buddhist master Xuanzang to preserve the scriptures he brought back from India.
If you are interested, you can climb the Big Wild Goose Pagoda (extra charge applies) for a great view of the city.
As night falls, we will take you to Grand Tang Dynasty Ever Bright City.
It is a unique Tang Dynasty cultural theme imitation complex in China,
where you can enjoy rich singing and dancing performances and charming
night scenery.
Shaanxi History Museum--Small Wild Goose Pagoda--Ancient City Wall--Muslim Quarter--Flight to Guilin
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Breakfast&Lunch
In the morning we will visit Shaanxi History Museum and Small Wild Goose Pagoda . Regarded as "the pearl of the ancient city and treasury of the Huaxia civilization", the Shaanxi History Museum is the art pavilion to curate and exhibit Shaanxi's historical culture and ancient Chinese civilization.
Then we will go to the Ancient City Wall, which is the largest and best-preserved ancient city wall in China. You will pass through the Hanguang Gate, as if traveling back to the prosperous scenes on the ancient Silk Road. On the city wall, you can rent a bicycle (extra charge applies) for a leisurely ride and enjoy the panoramic view of modern Xi'an.
Then we will also take you to visit the bustling Muslim Quarter to taste the authentic local snacks and experience the different cultural atmosphere.
In
the Afternoon, you will take a flight to Guilin(about 3 hours). Your
tour guide will wait for you at the airport and help you to transfer to
the hotel.
Mopan Mountain Pier--Yangshuo town--Yulong River--Old West Street
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Breakfast&Lunch
After breakfast, you will explore the beautiful scenery of Guilin.
Starting from Mopan Mountain Pier, we will cruise down the Li River to Yangshuo Town. This 84-kilometer cruise is like an endless Chinese ink painting, with meandering rivers, green limestone karst mountains.( Tips: Simple local dishes are provided for lunch on board, or you can prepare your own snacks.)
After
sailing for about four hours, we will arrive at Yangshuo town and check
into your hotel. After a short rest, we will continue to explore the Yulong River. You can choose to ride a bicycle through the countryside, or take a bamboo raft on the river. (Note: According to the Yulong River Tourism Regulations.
Children less than 1 meter tall and seniors over 70 years old will not
be able to experience bamboo rafting, please be aware of this.)
In the evening, we will stroll through the old West Street, taste the local food and have a glass of wine.
You can enjoy a wonderful evening show - Impression Liu Sanjie. This show, which uses the Li River as a stage, is directed by the famous director Zhang Yimou (the usual performance time is from 19:45 to 22:20).
The Elephant Trunk Hill--The Reed Flute Cave--High speed Train to Chongqing
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Breakfast& dinner
Early in the morning, after a delicious breakfast, you will visit Elephant Trunk Hill, the symbol of Guilin's landscape. This huge rocky mountain resembles a lifelike elephant drinking from the river. Within the embrace of the Elephant Trunk Hill, you will also find many historical relics such as exquisite stone carvings and serene Buddhist temples.
You will then drive about 7 kilometers to the next amazing attraction, the Reed Flute Cave. This is a majestic underground palace with breathtaking stalactites, stalagmites, stalagmite shields and stone waterfalls of all shapes and sizes.
As the sun sets, we will bid farewell to Guilin and head to the Railway Station for the high-speed train to Chongqing.
Yangtze River Cruise--Fengdu Ghost City
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Breakfast& lunch& dinner
Wake up in the morning, Enjoy the serenity of the
Yangtze River and the leisure time on board. You can practice Tai Chi to
harmonize your body and mind with nature or attend lectures on the
history and culture of the Yangtze River. In the evening, there will be a
captain's welcome party and evening show on board.
You can choose to join the activities on the cruise or take an optional tour to Fengdu County. This place has been known as the "Ghost Town"
since ancient times, with mysterious legends about the underworld, the
shadow of the underworld and cruel punishments. Along the way, you'll
encounter demonic statues in various forms, either hideous or cunning.
Fengdu County is an important part of the Three Gorges Reservoir Area and boasts unique natural and cultural landscapes, including Fengdu Ghost City, Shuanggui Mountain, Xueyu Cave, etc.
Exploring Fengdu Ghost City requires a lot of walking, we recommend you wear comfortable shoes.
White Emperor City(Optional), Qutang Gorge, Wu Gorge 4+ star Cruise Ship Breakfast& lunch& dinner Today you will sail through the Three Gorges of the Yangtze River. Travel through the Qutang Gorges and Wu Gorges. Today's shore excursion will take you deep into Fengjie County, Wu County or Badong along the Three Gorges, each journey carrying a different history and legend. You can also choose to the Baidi City (Note: this tour requires an additional fee)
The cruise continues and in the afternoon you will arrive at the Wu Gorges.
Here, you will change to a small boat and travel gently along the
stream and deep into the narrow gorge. Shennu Creek, Shennong Creek and
the Little Three Gorges give you a close-up view of the treacherous
peaks and the coffins on top of the cliffs.
In the evening there will be a Captain's Farewell Party and you will have a great night.
Three Gorge Dam--High speed train to Shanghai 4+ star Cruise Ship Breakfast After breakfast, you will visit the Three Gorge Dam - learn more about the historical background of it and enjoy the beautiful scenery around . After the visiting, You will be picked up from the ship and transferred
to Yichang Dong Station for your high speed train to Shanghai. Optional Activities: Experience
a voyage on the Three Gorges Dam Boat Lift. This is the world's largest
and most complex shiplift, and in just 40 minutes, you can gain a
deeper understanding of this great project.
Yuyuan Garden--Shanghai World Financial Center--Nanjing Road--the Bund
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Breakfast& lunch
After breakfast, we will head to Yuyuan Garden. It has a typical Jiangnan garden style, reflecting the artistic style of the southern gardens of the Ming and Qing dynasties, which is "quiet and beautiful, delicate and exquisite". The nearby Yuyuan Bazaar is a great place to sample local cuisine and explore traditional Chinese handicrafts.
Next, we will drive to the Shanghai World Financial Center, known as the "Eye of Shanghai",
which is 474 meters high. From its 100th floor, you will have a
panoramic view of Shanghai's modernity and feel the city's prosperity
and vitality.
In the afternoon, we will take you on a stroll along Nanjing Road, a shopping paradise that is not only perfect for shopping but also for experiencing the modern atmosphere of Shanghai.
Afterwards, we'll head to the Bund,
a former cargo transportation route that has been transformed into a
bustling trade area. Here you will witness a perfect blend of Chinese
and Western cultures while taking in the breathtaking skyline of
Shanghai.
Take a night cruise on the Huangpu River and enjoy the beauty of the city at night (about 50 minutes).
Jade Buddha Temple--Tianzifang--Transfer to airport Breakfast After breakfast at the hotel, you will visit the Jade Buddha Temple,
one of the top ten attractions in Shanghai, is located in the bustling
city center but seek peace and quiet in a bustling neighborhood. which
houses the world's largest collection of Jade Buddhas as well as
numerous religious artifacts, ancient statues and Buddhist scriptures. Then you will go to the Tianzifang which is touristic arts and crafts place that has developed from a traditional residential area.
In
the afternoon, you will be transferred to the
airport for your flight or train to your next destination or home. We
hope you have a wonderful memory of this tour and look
forward to seeing you again.
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